GATE Application Form

OBC-NCL and EWS category need not submit any category certificate while filling the GATE application form. All candidates have to submit the following -

• Photograph and signature (as per specifications)
• Valid photo ID (such as Aadhar card, PAN Card, Voter ID, etc.)
• Foreign nationals have to upload, either a Driving License or passport (in the valid ID section)

Category candidates must upload their caste certificate, and PwD/Dyslexic candidates must submit their medical (PwD or dyslexic certificate) to avail compensatory time. 

Here's what different GATE status mean-

• Received - this means that application has been received
• Under scrutiny - form is under review
• Accepted - means form is accepted by authorities
• Defect status - has discrepancies in form and needs to be corrected within given time
• Status after rectification - application status after submitting rectification
• Rejected - means GATE form is rejected for valid reasons

Candidates can check their GATE application status using enrollment ID and password

With the help of GATE application status, candidates can track their registration form, whether it is accepted or is under scrutiny. Applicants can get details regarding their application status, following process below -

• Visit GATE offiicial website - gate2026.iitg.ac.in
• Then click on application form link
• Enter enrollment ID and password
• The status will be displayed on screen
• Check and logout

GATE enrollment ID is different for each candidate. The identification number is generated after registration. Candidates can use enrollment ID to login and accesss at GOAPS portal. It must be kept safe to perform all GATE-related activities.

To retrieve GATE enrollment ID, candidates must keep their mobile number and email ID. The process can be checked below-

• Go to gate2026.iitg.ac.in
• Click on "forgot enrollment ID"
• Give OTP that is received on your mobile number
• Confirm, submit and retrieve enrollment ID

The GATE 2026 two-paper combinations for EC, EE, CE, ME, CS, and DA can be checked below -

Yes, candidates can change their secondary paper at the time of GATE 2026 application form correction. The facility is available at the GOAPS portal. The last date to submit changes is November 10. The fee to change GATE secondary paper is INR 500. The accepted payment mode include debit card/credit card/net banking/UPI. 

Candidates can retrieve their GATE user ID and password by clicking on GOAPS portal and selecting "forgot credentials" options. The details will be sent to your registered contact number. Save it and keep changing password frequently.

GATE 2026 application form comprises candidate and exam details. The information includes- enrollment ID, name, date of birth, gender, category, GATE exam details, e-signature, communication, payment details, etc. Candidates must check all particulars carefully.